God I know. Loads to do.

As for which one I like best. It's SO hard to decide, its why its been really hard on what to do regarding engines.

But in all honesty, I think driving a Mk3 is much better, Feels so much more solid, Which is kind of weird because the mk2 is german built.

A lot less rattly and comfortable.

Things to do for both projects are;

> Machine DMTL to MH inlet manifold adapter.

> Machine 4 cylinder head to bike carb runners

> Rebuild DMTL

> Jet DMTL and ZXR 400's

> Machine ARB blocks (own design)

> Fit mk3 exhaust manifold and double downpipe to mk2 + Weld up new exhaust

> Rebuild 1272 MH

> Pick up new wheels (tarantulas) And order new tyres

> Re-fit interior to mk3

> Bleed brakes + Re-machine brake drums + Paint + new disks

Loads of other stuff lol

See I believe the opposite regarding mk2 vs mk3 shell. But unless you have both set up with identical brand new components it's hard to really tell. I just felt that there was more communication from a mk2.

Plans sound good mate

> Machine DMTL to MH inlet manifold adapter.

> Machine ARB blocks (own design)

I'm in on both of these if you fancy doing extras for some beer money

Although, i need to check whether my meccy head (GF) code inlet is the same bolt pattern as the MH inlet. The 2E mounting plate is a 4 stud arrangment isn't it? I have spares kicking about..

But seriously pm me a price if your up for it!

See I believe the opposite regarding mk2 vs mk3 shell. But unless you have both set up with identical brand new components it's hard to really tell. I just felt that there was more communication from a mk2.

Plans sound good mate

> Machine DMTL to MH inlet manifold adapter.

> Machine ARB blocks (own design)

I'm in on both of these if you fancy doing extras for some beer money

Although, i need to check whether my meccy head (GF) code inlet is the same bolt pattern as the MH inlet. The 2E mounting plate is a 4 stud arrangment isn't it? I have spares kicking about..

But seriously pm me a price if your up for it!

Yeah saying that, the lowering kit on my mk3 is a lot older than the one on the mk2.

The wellers are now sold

Drove down to Nuneaton Saturday morning to pick up some corrado seats and replacement wheels.

Haven't got any pic's yet, But oh my god are they comfy!

Tarantulas will be getting a refurb and then wrapped in some decent, no balloon tyres,

Will get some pic's up ASAP.

Also designed some of my own ARB blocks that will be replacing these crappy things.

Will be getting the ARB further forward and downwards that the PPP items.

Pictures of prototype ARB blocks.

Will be doing a bit of testing then start selling.

One of the main differences of my design is the fact they don't need an additional clamp to stop lateral movement (I hope), meaning they will be considerably cheap.

Instead, They literally clamp on the ARB themselves before being mounted onto the chassis leg.

Will update when further progress is made.

Have totally wasted a weekend on the fooking mk2.

MOT on tuesday and the exhaust was never going to pass, Sat really low, was blowing etc.

Few pics:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/7-X-13-REVOLITE-SILV...#ht_2857wt_1139

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do it

Doubt they will go for what i can afford

Pictures of prototype ARB blocks.

Will be doing a bit of testing then start selling.

One of the main differences of my design is the fact they don't need an additional clamp to stop lateral movement (I hope), meaning they will be considerably cheap.

Instead, They literally clamp on the ARB themselves before being mounted onto the chassis leg.

Will update when further progress is made.

Look good mate, however you probably will need the additional clamps, the ARB needs to be able to rotate in the blocks when the springs compress doesnt it? meaning you cant clamp it so it doesnt move? What material have you used for the blocks then?

Some pretty hard nylon, PPS.

Thanks for the heads up with that though, Didnt realise, Would have been something i would have realised when i finally test them out.

how much you thinking for a set? would be v. interested. i am in no rush. and wont need the lateral clamps as have some already. cheers. jay.

Pretty cheap mate,

£30 posted or something for the blocks , bolts and support shim.

Need testing.

For sale!

Bought her today LOVE IT!!!!!!!!

Haha, put a lot of blood and sweat into that car.

Get some pics up on here as you progress mate!

Hope you enjoy the car bud, is a good lil motor. Get some fresh pics up of it, i didnt get any.

Pretty cheap mate,

£30 posted or something for the blocks , bolts and support shim.

Need testing.

did you ever test these?

only got a rear photo but...

note golf arches also

how hard is this to do with golf arches does any one know think it looks sick :)

Yeah will get pics up soon

Thinking of getting mini superlight rims and a muffdiver exhaust.

Looks like you did a lot of work MaxMax very good!

Yeah, alot of money was spent on bits for it.

If You want to, you could use this thread for your updates? I will change the title to what you want etc.

M

Yeah mate that would be good but not got any cash at the moment for any mods

Need to pass my test aswell two weeks today

Any ideas what rims would look good? I would like deep dishes.

When i had the mini wheels and put them on the hub, it looked sick. Could go with some 13x 7 wellers, similar to what max had on but with the more wider stance. Some nice prolished wheels with maybe red centres would also look awesome.

Also any ideas on what performance mods aswell?

Also max did you have a service history?

Also any ideas on what performance mods aswell?

Also max did you have a service history?

I didnt get any with it when i bought it mate.

I assure you it had an oil channge, new filters etc.